Artic Advertising & Media is highlighting the recruiting profile of CJ Favors Jr., an uncommitted 6-foot-3, 215-pound wide receiver with a 6-foot-7 wingspan who has spent the past five months training full-time at Van Hook Sports Performance in Henderson, Nevada, while preparing for the right college football opportunity ahead of the 2026 season.
Favors, who previously competed at St. Scholastica, brings the size, production, athletic profile, and upside that college programs continue to evaluate in late-cycle receiver talent. Along with his frame and length, he has recorded a 42-inch vertical and a reported 4.48-second 40-yard dash from a wide receiver stance.
During the 2025 season — his first year starting at wide receiver at the college level — Favors recorded 34 receptions for 634 yards, averaging 18.7 yards per catch, with five touchdowns and zero fumbles. Competing in a run-heavy offensive system, he maximized limited opportunities while showing the ability to stretch the field, win contested catches, protect the football, and create explosive plays.
Favors has also drawn attention from scouting circles. Oliver James West, Midwest Scouting Director for Prep Redzone, described Favors as having “ridiculous length,” “lean, ropey muscular definition,” “great speed,” and “explosive” traits after watching him compete at the University of Minnesota prospect camp.
“Really like his athletic upside and dynamic ability,” West said.
Since January, Favors has trained at Van Hook Sports Performance, a Las Vegas-area facility known for attracting elite talent, including NFL and MLB athletes preparing for their seasons. The professional training environment has helped Favors continue sharpening his route running, explosiveness, strength, conditioning, release package, football IQ, physicality, and overall consistency.
“I know I’m not the biggest name available right now, but I believe I’m one of the best opportunities still on the board,” said CJ Favors Jr. “At 6’3” with a 6’7” wingspan, I can win matchups, stretch the field, and give a quarterback a target who can go get the football. I’ve been training like a pro, preparing for the right program to give me a real shot.”
Coach Brian Van Hook, Founder and Head Performance Coach of Van Hook Sports Performance, believes Favors has the tools to impact a program.
“CJ is something special,” said Coach Brian Van Hook. “He has the ‘it’ factor. His size, length, athleticism, work ethic, and mindset give him a chance to change the outlook of a team.”
Favors’ recruitment has begun gaining momentum, with multiple college programs reaching out and offers currently under consideration. Among the programs showing serious interest is an HBCU program viewed as a potential national contender in the race toward the Cricket Celebration Bowl, further signaling that college staffs are taking notice of his size, production, leadership, and upside.
Favors currently holds a 3.0 GPA, plans to major in Psychology, and has two years of eligibility remaining. He remains open in the recruiting process while continuing conversations with programs seeking immediate receiver talent at the D1 and D2 levels.
Highlight Film: https://x.com/showtimecj12/status/1999898941115023401?s=46
Additional Highlights: https://www.tiktok.com/@c.favvv?_r=1&_t=ZT-96jN1XgbEFS
YouTube Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@C.Favvvv/shorts
Van Hook Sports Performance: https://vanhooktraining.com/
Player Information
Name: CJ Favors Jr. | Position: Wide Receiver | Height/Weight: 6’3” / 215 lbs | Wingspan: 6’7” | Vertical: 42 inches | 40-Yard Dash: 4.48 seconds from WR stance | 2025 Stats: 34 receptions, 634 yards, 18.7 YPC, 5 TDs, 0 fumbles | Status: Uncommitted / Available for 2026 Season
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CJ Favors Jr. Phone: 612-840-7899 Email: [email protected]
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